Hello Everyone!
If your reading this in the midst of this holiday craziness then you are probably experiencing some fatigue, right?!
Working, Parties, Shopping for Presents, getting the house ready for guests, or finalizing travel plans to visit loved ones, etc, etc...
So unless you are one of the impossibly together people shop and make travel arrangements far in advance I have a few tips to keep you organized, on-time, and hopefully a bit less stressed.
Tip #1 - Pair down everything. Cut the fat out of your clothing, makeup bag, even refrigerator. Stick to classics you know look great on you with minimal effort and a few special pieces and Bam! By doing this you will be creating a capsule wardrobe that will make it easier to get ready for work or that impromptu party.
Tip#2 - Cook - a lot. This idea piggy-backs on tip#1. On a day off take 90mins to simplify the rest of your week. Make soups, pastas, rice/couscous dishes, even sandwiches and put them into individual containers (putting half of them in the freezer so that they don't spoil). This way you won't have to even think about what to eat or go hungry because literally all you need to do is grab a container out of the fridge and stuff it into your purse. That's it! And in the event you can't make it home in time for dinner the family won't starve:) Worry #2 off your list
Tip#3 - Commit to keeping a calendar. If for only this month, jot down your schedule as well as any parties or meetings and update as you go along. If you can link this calendar to your smart phone all the better, if not carrying a planner or purse size calendar is fine. The idea is that you have a visual representation of your days, weeks, month to keep you on track and not let things fall through the cracks!
Tip#4 - Online shop whenever possible. I love walking around the mall during the holidays and taking in the decorations and general holiday cheer but I hate actually shopping during this time! Also, by making your purchases online you're actually creating more time and space to spend with your loved ones or engaging in cool festive activities...and isn't that what the season is really about?!
That's it. 4 simple little tips to get you through December...or any crazy time;).
What are your tips for staying organized this season?
Happy Trails,
The Travelling Femme
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